Sathyan (real name Sathyanesan), has served in the British Indian Army as a soldier (in WW2). He also served in the Kerala Police, as a Sub-Inspector. He was popularly known as Sathyan Master.
The Sathyan Memorial Award, named after him, was instituted by the
Kerala Cultural Forum, and carries with it a cash prize of Rs 10,001, a
plaque and citation.
